Chimney Sweep & Cleaning
Thorough removal of creosote, soot, and debris from your chimney flue to ensure safe and efficient fireplace operation.
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Premium Chimney Services
Charlotte Homes Deserve a Chimney Ready for the Season
Proactive care, scheduled on your terms, before demand makes it difficult.
Schedule Your Pre-Season Inspection
Clarkson Family Chimney Sweeps is Charlotte's go-to source for professional chimney and dryer vent services. Whether your fireplace needs its annual cleaning before the heating season kicks in, your chimney crown is cracking, or your dryer is taking twice as long to dry a load, our experienced team is ready to help. We proudly serve homeowners throughout Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and dozens of surrounding communities — from SouthPark and Plaza Midwood to Concord, Gastonia, Monroe, and everywhere in between. As a family-run business, we combine big-company expertise with small-town accountability. Every technician we send to your home is trained, thorough, and respectful of your property. We make chimney care simple, safe, and stress-free.
Capabilities
What We Do
Chimney Inspection
Comprehensive Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 chimney inspections performed to NFPA 211 standards so you know the true condition of your flue system.
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Chimney Repair
Mortar joint repointing, firebox rebuilding, crown repair, and structural restoration to keep your Charlotte chimney weathertight and structurally sound.
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Chimney Relining
Stainless steel liner installation and HeatShield flue restoration to bring damaged or undersized chimney flues up to safe, code-compliant performance.
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Chimney Cap & Damper Installation
Supply and installation of stainless steel chimney caps and top-sealing dampers that block rain, animals, and downdrafts from entering your flue.
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Chimney Waterproofing
Penetrating water repellent application that protects your masonry chimney from rain infiltration, freeze-thaw damage, and staining without trapping interior moisture.
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Dryer Vent Cleaning
Professional dryer vent cleaning that removes lint buildup from the full vent run, reducing fire risk and restoring proper airflow so your dryer runs efficiently.
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Why Us
Why Clarkson Family Chimney Sweeps
Seasonal Precision Over Generic Service
Our inspections and sweeps are timed and tailored to Charlotte's actual climate calendar — not a one-size-fits-all checklist. Fall prep, winter readiness, and spring checks each address the specific conditions your chimney just endured or is about to face, giving you targeted care rather than routine box-checking.
Priority Scheduling for Proactive Homeowners
When you book ahead with Clarkson, you secure a spot in our pre-season window before peak-season demand fills our calendar. Member booking windows and off-peak advantages mean you choose the date, avoid the scramble, and arrive at chimney season fully prepared — not hoping for an opening.
Complete Transparency, Every Visit
Every appointment concludes with a written scope, photo documentation, and a plain-language follow-up outlining what we found, what we did, and what your home's season-by-season roadmap looks like going forward. You'll never wonder what happened during a Clarkson visit.
Respectful, Clean, Code-Compliant Crew
Our technicians are licensed, insured, and bonded — and they operate like guests in your home. Protective covers, tidy workspaces, arrive-on-time professionalism, and daily communication are standard practice. Quality check before departure, follow-up after. That's the Clarkson standard on every call.
Our inspections and sweeps are timed and tailored to Charlotte's actual climate calendar — not a one-size-fits-all checklist. Fall prep, winter readiness, and spring checks each address the specific conditions your chimney just endured or is about to face, giving you targeted care rather than routine box-checking.
Our Team
Peak-Season Ready Before the First Cold Night
What Our Customers Say
Trusted by homeowners across Charlotte, NC
Real Results
Before & After
Documented transformations from jobs across Charlotte, NC.
Project 1
Professional chimney transformation — before and after.
Project 2
Professional chimney transformation — before and after.
Project 3
Professional chimney transformation — before and after.
Project 4
Professional chimney transformation — before and after.
From the Journal
Latest Articles
Chimney Liner Damage: The Hidden Risk Inside Charlotte's Older Homes
Charlotte's historic neighborhoods are full of beautiful older homes — and many of their chimneys have flue liners in serious need of attention. Here's how to identify liner problems and what to do about them.
Read →What Charlotte Homebuyers Need to Know About Chimney Inspections Before Closing
Buying a home in Charlotte with a fireplace? A Level 2 chimney inspection could save you thousands. Here's what every buyer and real estate agent needs to know before closing.
Read →Is Your Charlotte Chimney Ready for Winter? A Complete Fall Maintenance Checklist
Before you light your first fire of the season, make sure your Charlotte chimney is safe and clean. Here's everything Clarkson Family Chimney Sweeps recommends checking every fall.
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Claim Your Spot Before Charlotte's Chimney Season Fills
Proactive homeowners who plan ahead get priority scheduling, thorough service, and the confidence of a chimney that's ready before the season demands it.